It’s the early 1900s and Nettie and Nellie Crook are twins who
taken from their parents, who are not providing enough food or care for them.
The twins are sent to a horrible orphanage, then taken to a train where they
are sent west, to hopefully be adopted by a willing family. But things don’t
work out that great and the twins worry they may never find a home that treats
them right.
This was a great historical fiction with plenty of reality and heart.
I think students will enjoy reading about the girls, hoping they get to stay
together, and cheering at the very real and great ending. Includes photographs
and historical notes.
EL – ADVISABLE. Reviewer: Stephanie Elementary School Librarian
& Author.
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